John Gorka - Love is Our Cross to Bear 

Don’t know likely JG will see comments years later, but, his music saved my life twice. A treasure and a blessing.

I adore John Gorka. He is so incredibly talented. I e seen him live a number of times. He’s a brilliant artist, and kind human being ❤️

I’ve been a John Gorka fan since his first album and had the privilege to see him on many occasions and met him once or twice. His music is intelligent, humorous, heartfelt and heartbreaking. John has one of the most beautiful voices in the singer songwriter world. Thank you for all the enjoyment you’ve given me.

During the 18 year career I was blessed to have in the music industry, John Gorka was the wisest and most humble artist I met. Thank you so much for bringing us your artistry.

Love the man, love the song and love the red building in the picture behind him watching all of us.

First time I hear that song. Love it. Full of love. Best from Iceland

I just saw him live tonight, and requested this song . So very beautiful!

A beautiful baritone that reaches deep into the soul with poignancy and heartbreaking efficiency , a lifetime connection that stays dormant until a moment like this when the sadness is reawakened . Temporary road I keep treading until happiness arrives.

This is one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard.

Ok, "Let Them In" is ONE of my favorites - but "Love is our Cross to Bear" is the best of the best. Grabs my heart every time and just doesn't let go. Love love love.

This was the first song of John's that I heard. Very personal to all of us I guess.

This is one of my all-time favorite songs.

I have followed this guy for years and he never fails to charm, make you think, make you smile or break your heart. Great voice great writer!

One of the greatest tributes to John's brilliance is found in the cover art of Windham Hill's 1989 CD anthology "Legacy", which consists of thumbnail photos of the 19 artists featured. In Bill Morrissey's, he's holding up a sign that says, "I wrote all of Gorka's songs."

I first found the music of John Gorka at the Skokie Public Library. Having no money to buy music, I had to go foraging. Fortunately, an acquisitions librarian there knew a thing or two. It had his CD, "Out of the Valley." I got to borrow it for 10 days! It's been on my play list ever since. I am extremely grateful for this music.

How does one person have both the most compelling, singular voice and the highest ability to put words to music at the same time?

The first Gorka song I heard. I was a senior in high school, 1995. It hit home. I was in love with C. Took her to prom. Then it was over. We reconnected years later and were together on and off for years. I still miss that summer's fading song.

Thank God for music streaming, because I found him by chance. Then I sent his music to a friend, and Gorka has given us another good reason to support each other.

Never fails to slay me no matter how many times I listen to it. Thank you John Gorka 👏🏻

could melt a glacier

Brings me to tears, every time. And John....you look like you may cry, as well. I miss them all...all the ones who are gone....

A beautiful soul wrote this song

Such a beautiful song.

I resolved myself to the fact that only a few of us have gotten the chance to appreciate John Gorka's music.

Most moving song ever. I live this song daily. Thank you.

This man is a gift.

Great writer, great singer, great shows. I did one of his in my show this past Saturday. As a songwriter I have had two people that I cling to their work, Guy Clark (RIP) and John Gorka. Both write songs that I can listen to a hundred times and they seem new each time. Timeless. Thanks Mr. Gorka for doing what you do.

Exquisite song. A great favorite of mine. And doesn't he sound better and better...

I discovered John through an American friend while working in China in the early 1990s. His voice, his words, his humour and his modesty have made him my favourite ever since. Few days pass without me listening to him. When will he come to the UK?

"They say there are a few who can say it for the many...and maybe one or two, who can say it for the few and one of them was you.." --Ralph McTell (Sylvia)Plath.

Had occasions to see him at concerts and festivals back in the '90's. He was always approachable if not a bit shy. His voice is so melifluous. He was and is an inspiration to songwriters to this day, myself included :)

So Beautiful, so sad ❤

Probably one of the best song writers to ever live...On a level with Steve Goodman, John Prine, Hank Williams etc. I remember when he was a kid...LOL...You can count the gray hairs in both our heads now...I was playing Virginia Beach when I heard his first album...Been singing his stuff for my close personal friends for years...They ALL love it...My all time favorite is armed with a broken heart...

Some time in the mid nineties I was sitting in Godfrey Daniels in Bethlehem Pa on Sunday open mic night and this man graced the small room of 10-15 people with a few new tunes he wanted to share. It was awesome to say the least...

Saw him at the Taco Bell in Ashland, OR, and gave him directions to the venue before seeing him there and meeting him afterwards. Truly chill guy.

A perfect love song...one I wish I could share with her.....thanks for writing it for us....now, if I could only leave that cross behind me among the dusty memories.......

I love this song. It really takes me back to another time...

Always a favorite

You certainly make a good noise Sir.

OM, if you ever see this...it’s all still true for me. xo

So beautiful & fragile.

Thanks so much, John. I always feel so deep into this song.. brings tears almost every time🧡 timeless treasure

This is my favorite song of yours! I take a wonderful journey whenever I hear it. Thanks John...I hope we meet again. It’s been over 15 years!

Thank you, Mr. Gorka!

I will never forget the day I was wandering my hometown; already a huge John Gorka fan, and I saw a little flyer on the sidewalk with his face on it. It was for a concert he was playing that day, in our little middle school auditorium…the show was about to start, I was already on that block, and I had the whole day free (rare). It was some kind of benefit. He sounded so good in that space! Felt like I stepped into a magical musical alternate universe that day

Thank you for sharing your beautiful gift with this world, it makes it a better place to live!

John, your voice and person you are is like an aging bourbon... we are all blessed to have you here with us.

Love to all.... Care concern and compassion for all....got to love John Gorka.

Song writing at its best...bring back ..song writing at its best ...

Very underrated song

wow Wow WOW I love this beautiful song. Thank you, John Gorka

Such a sweet song….

LOVE THIS SONG!!!

Such a great song.

A Man who touched the tender soul of me and my love. Thanks to you and God? or whatever was responsible for this

Big fan of John, such an amazing writer and storyteller. Saw him in Olympia, Wa maybe 6,7 years ago. So memorable!

Thank you John, beautiful song.

One of my favorites 😊

Found the recording "Particle of Wave: recorded 5/12/18 (Hopkins Arts MN), Will pass on to students...Just heard you sing in Peterborough ~ Keep being John! . Grateful for your songs that stretch emotions and time~

I love my best friend FOREVER and that's our love of the cross we bear together of true worth 🙏❤️🧚‍♀️

I removed all of the songs from my music file that referenced love or relationships, except for this one, in the final years I have resigned myself that those things are well behind me. There was that one that I never have gotten over, more that damaged me beyond repair. Some things are better left alone.

That's a great song!

"....And so it is until we meet again And I throw my arms around you You can count the gray hairs in my head I'll still be thankful that I found you..."

Wonderful!! John! His music! The person he is - I love it all!!

One of my very favorite songs. I saw John play in Kalamazoo, Michigan back in the late 1980s or early 1990s and it was a lovely experience.

One of my favorite singer/songwriters. I've been lucky enough to see him often and every show is terrific. Great melodies and clever, inspirational lyrics.

Absolute perfection!

Beautiful John! Thanks

BUENOS DIAS JOHN.... TU VOZ CÁLIDA.....LLENA DE MATICES Y SENTIMIENTO.... ES UN PLACER ESCUCHARTE!!!!!❤🎤🎼

Thank you!

One of my favorites..when I am stressed out, I ave to listen to you John..Thanks for the music🥰

What a beautiful song. Really great job.

Hey Hey! Gradually, you'll get there the top! I see U getting good at your theme. I'm excited! Keep going.

Sounds like it was written from deep personal history. Marvelous song.

So glad i found this amazing musician. Beautiful song and performance.

This is, possibly, my favorite tune by you. I stumbled onto your music back in the 90's and have remained a fan since. The reason this song means so much to me, is that I was living through a similar experience when I first heard it. Actually, it was The One That Got Away, now that I think of it. I've seen your shows and love your humor too. I always thought that Hammering In The Dark would have made a great theme song for a show about your experiences. Maybe I should pitch that idea to someone in television. Anyway, love ya brother. Please keep the faith and writing great music. TC

This is Amazing song is NOT an easy song to sing . ugh.:)

Hope you are well. Huge fan. Please come to Mount Shasta, CA area sometime!

plays strings so beautiful !!!

My goodness, I met a women melissa was her name and we met on a hl in Wisconsin just like this it's like you were there I love her to this day and I will forever always! Beautiful song sir❤

Hey John-- have always loved your music. The first time I heard your songs was at the Kerrville Music Fest in TX & Kathy Mattea sang your whole album around the campfire. Great intro to you. Then met you at a signing at a record store in Ft Worth. Have an autographed cassette--lol!. Times have & are always changing. Roll with the flow! Carry on my friend

Lovely. 💜🙏🏼

love this song

Love John.. it's there.❤️

Brilliant

I love this song so much!!!

Beautiful.. my first introduction to this musician and what a delight it is!

Lovely!

Thank you, John.

That was beautiful that goes to show that God does exist and one day i will be in his presents i hope and pray to see you there

Love this!

Divine love ❤

Would you rather have your heart crushed by this song or "Prom Night in Pigtown"? Tough choice! 8;)

So beautiful ❤️

What a talent!

Brilliant, beautiful folk music! I love the paintings behind & above. Artist at home?

I just found you and you are wonderful ;)

Lovers cross to bear I'm speaking of

What a beautiful song, sung with great emotions, John !!

Beautiful!